FRIENDLYBEAR – A1041322
8-29-2015 Manhattan
*SAFE* 08/29/15 – Friendlybear has been with us for 2 months! This has become a behavior department’s favorite cat. She is super cute and friendly. Her behavior has stayed consistent throughout her time within the shelter.
A volunteer writes: Friendlybear is a gorgeous, 3-year-old girl who was taken in as a stray. Her experiences on the mean streets of New York have left her just a bit timid with strangers, but once she knows you’re there for petting, you’re her best friend! She absolutely ADORES chin scratches and head rubs. And not only will her beautiful mottled gray coat make you fall in love at first sight, but it will also blend seamlessly with your standard New York Black wardrobe! It’s a win-win!
Manhattan Center
FRIENDLYBEAR – ID#A1041322
I am a spayed female, gray tabby Domestic Shorthair mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.
I weigh 9 pounds.
I was found in NY 10466.
I have been at the shelter since Jun 24, 2015.
INITIAL (6/24)
BARH
scan negative
nervous, hissing
mild tartar
female
NOSF
OBSERVATION (7/9)
new wt 9.3 lbs
BEHAVIOR (6/27)
Reaction to assessor: Friendly Bear looks neutral in her cage when approached by the assessor.
Reaction to door opening: Friendly Bear remains crouched down on her cage bedding, alert with soft eyes.
Reaction to touch: Friendly Bear stands with tail up, head-butts the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body.
Reaction to Being Picked up: She becomes antsy and jumps back into her cage.
Placement determination: Average
Friendly Bear interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
BEHAVIOR (8/26)
Reaction to assessor: FriendlyBear was calm, relaxed, and friendly upon approach. She stretches and comes to the front of the cage when softly spoken to.
Reaction to cage door opening: FriendlyBear remains soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch: FriendlyBear head-butts, leans on the assessor’s hand, and begins to purr.
Reaction to being picked up: FriendlyBear remains calm and allows handling.
Behavior Determination: Average
FriendlyBear interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
A volunteer writes: Friendlybear is a gorgeous, 3-year-old girl who was taken in as a stray. Her experiences on the mean streets of New York have left her just a bit timid with strangers, but once she knows you’re there for petting, you’re her best friend! She absolutely ADORES chin scratches and head rubs. And not only will her beautiful mottled gray coat make you fall in love at first sight, but it will also blend seamlessly with your standard New York Black wardrobe! It’s a win-win!
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